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Pete Hegseth: “To defend our election infrastructure from foreign malign influence and ensure that every lawful voter can cast their…”

On the recordSeptember 30, 2026
To defend our election infrastructure from foreign malign influence and ensure that every lawful voter can cast their ballot free from foreign intimidation, coercion, or fear.
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Pete Hegseth

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Defense Secretary's directive on election security

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